IND vs ENG 5th Test: Sunil Gavaskar celebrates Mohammed Siraj’s winning moment in Oval commentary box – Watch | Cricket News
When Mohammed Siraj bowled a perfect yorker to rattle Gus Atkinson’s stumps and win India the Oval Test by six runs, it was not just the players on the field who celebrated. In the commentary box, legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar was seen standing, clapping, and smiling with pride. The video, posted by official broadcaster Sony Sports, quickly became a fan favourite across social media. The sight of Gavaskar rising from his chair and applauding the team reflected what this win meant for Indian cricket. He was joined by fellow commentator Cheteshwar Pujara and Harsha Bhogle, who also looked visibly thrilled. It was a rare moment where the emotion of an iconic former player blended seamlessly with the drama on the field. India’s bowlers, led by Siraj, delivered a sensational performance on Day 5 after England began as favourites needing just 35 runs with four wickets in hand. Siraj’s fire with the old ball brought India back into the game. Prasidh Krishna supported well, and together they made sure the home side fell just short.
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The moment of victory, the stumps flying, Siraj’s celebration, and Gavaskar’s reaction summed up the spirit of this Test series. A 2-2 draw might not reflect the drama each match provided, but this result felt like a win to the Indian team and their fans. Seeing Gavaskar, a titan of Indian cricket, standing to applaud this generation’s fight showed how much belief and pride still runs deep in the sport’s fabric. It was a full circle moment at The Oval.
